Who buys distressed properties near me in Maryland, Virginia, or Washington DC?

We REALLY Buy Properties purchases distressed, vacant, and inherited properties directly from owners throughout Washington, DC, Maryland, Virginia, Delaware, Pennsylvania, and West Virginia, as well as extended markets in Ohio, Kentucky, North Carolina, and South Carolina. Offers are made in as-is condition with no repairs or public listing required.

Can I sell my commercial or multifamily property as-is without making repairs?

Yes. We REALLY Buy Properties acquires residential, multifamily, commercial, and self-storage real estate in as-is condition, regardless of property damage, deferred maintenance, code violations, or vacancy status.

How fast can I sell an inherited or vacant property for cash?

Property owners typically receive a direct acquisition offer within days of contacting We REALLY Buy Properties, with closings scheduled on a timeline that fits the seller rather than a traditional listing process.

What types of properties does We REALLY Buy Properties purchase?

We REALLY Buy Properties acquires residential, multifamily, commercial, and self-storage properties, including distressed, underperforming, tenant-occupied, and tax-delinquent real estate, with acquisition prices ranging from $25,000 to $10,000,000.

Is We REALLY Buy Properties a legitimate direct property buyer?

We REALLY Buy Properties is a Washington, DC-based property investment and acquisition company and a wholly owned subsidiary of Orivant Capital Partners, actively purchasing property across nine states since 2019.

Residential Property | We Really Buy Properties

Residential Property | Washington DC | We Really Buy Properties

A residential property does not need to be move-in ready, fully renovated, or even occupied to sell directly. We Really Buy Properties evaluates single-family homes and small residential buildings in their current condition, across Washington, DC and nine states, and presents a direct offer without requiring repairs, a public listing or a lengthy marketing period.

This page serves as the starting point for anything related to residential property acquisitions. Below, you will find an overview of what qualifies, the situations we see most often, and links to more specific resources depending on your state or situation.

What Qualifies as Residential Property in Our Review

Single-family homes, in any condition
Duplexes, triplexes and small multi-unit residential buildings
Townhomes and condominiums
Vacant homes and properties with deferred maintenance
Inherited homes and properties tied to an estate

Property Conditions We Evaluate

Residential property does not need to be in strong condition to qualify for a direct offer. Our team regularly evaluates homes with significant needs.

Deferred maintenance, including outdated roofing, plumbing or electrical systems
Fire, water or storm damage
Unfinished renovations or construction that stalled partway through
Long-term vacancy and associated deterioration
Code violations that would be costly to resolve before a traditional listing

Common Seller Situations

Owners handling an inherited house they do not want to renovate or manage
Landlords tired of tenant turnover, deferred maintenance and ongoing management
Owners facing financial pressure that makes repair costs unaffordable
Families settling an estate involving multiple heirs
Owners relocating on a timeline that does not fit a traditional listing

We work with owners across every one of these situations regularly, and none of them require the property to be in any particular condition before we can begin an evaluation.

Step-by-Step: How a Residential Sale Works

Property submission. Share the address and a description of the property and situation.
Initial review. Our team confirms the property fits an active acquisition market.
Information gathering. We request any additional details needed, such as tax records or occupancy status.
Valuation and due diligence. The property is evaluated using comparable sales and current condition.
Direct offer. A written offer is presented with terms explained clearly.
Agreed closing. A closing date is set that works for your schedule.

Where We Buy

We Really Buy Properties is headquartered in Washington, DC and evaluates acquisition opportunities across nine states. Our 100-mile headquarters service radius covers Washington, DC and nearby markets in Maryland, Virginia, West Virginia, Pennsylvania and Delaware. We also acquire qualifying properties in Ohio, Kentucky, North Carolina and South Carolina through our extended acquisition network.

Explore Residential Resources by State

We are actively building out state-specific residential resources as our acquisition network grows. Start with our most detailed state resource below, or reach out directly if your state is not yet listed.

Other Property Types We Acquire

Residential property is one of four core categories we evaluate. If your situation involves a different property type, these resources may be a better fit.

Why Owners Choose a Direct Residential Sale

No repair costs paid out of pocket before a sale
No agent commissions or public showings
No waiting on a buyer’s mortgage approval
A closing date that works around your schedule, not a lender’s

What to Gather Before You Submit a Residential Property

The property address and a general sense of square footage
Whether the property is occupied or vacant
Any known repair issues, such as roof age or foundation concerns
Current tax status and any known liens

None of this needs to be complete before you reach out. Our team gathers what is missing during the review.

How Residential Property Is Priced in a Direct Sale

A direct offer on a residential property reflects several factors working together rather than a single number pulled from an online estimate tool.

Comparable sales of similar homes in the immediate area
Current physical condition, including any known repair needs
Occupancy status and any lease terms if the property is rented
Title conditions, including estate, probate or lien situations

None of these factors are automatically disqualifying. They simply help our team arrive at a fair, direct offer based on the property as it actually sits today.

Comparing a Direct Sale to a Traditional Listing

A traditional residential listing depends on finding a buyer who can qualify for financing, agrees to your price, and makes it through inspection without asking for repair credits. That process can take months, and it can still fall apart after you have already invested time and money preparing the home.

No financing contingency that could cause a buyer to walk away
No appraisal gap between your asking price and a lender’s valuation
No commission paid to a listing or buyer’s agent
No extended carrying costs while the property sits on the market

This does not mean a direct sale is right for every homeowner. If your property is in excellent condition and you have time to manage a traditional sale, listing with an agent may bring a higher price. A direct sale is built for situations where speed, certainty, or avoiding repair costs matter more than maximizing the last dollar of value, and our team is happy to walk through that comparison with you before you decide which path fits your situation.

Who This Service Is For

Owners of distressed residential properties
Landlords with difficult or underperforming rentals
Owners of vacant houses or buildings
Families handling inherited real estate
Multifamily and apartment-building owners
Commercial property owners
Independent self-storage facility owners
Investors liquidating individual properties or portfolios
Owners facing major repair or deferred-maintenance costs
Partnerships, estates, LLCs or businesses disposing of real estate

What We Provide

Residential property purchases
Multifamily property purchases
Apartment-building purchases
Commercial property purchases
Self-storage facility purchases
Distressed property evaluations
As-is property purchase offers
Vacant property purchases
Inherited property purchases
Investment-property and portfolio purchases

Frequently Asked Questions

What types of residential property do you buy? We evaluate single-family homes, duplexes, triplexes, townhomes, condominiums and small multi-unit residential buildings, in any condition.

Do I need to repair my property before selling? No. We evaluate properties in their current condition. Owners generally do not need to renovate, clean out or complete major repairs before submitting a property for review.

Do you buy residential property throughout your service area? Yes. We evaluate residential property across Washington, DC, Maryland, Virginia, Delaware, Pennsylvania, West Virginia, Ohio, Kentucky, North Carolina and South Carolina.

Can I sell a residential property with a tenant living there? Potentially. We review occupied properties and properties with existing leases. Provide available lease information, payment history and tenant details during the evaluation.

How do I request a property review? Submit the property address, asking price, occupancy status, current condition, available financial information and contact details through the website or by calling (202) 946-6108.

Related Resources

Request a Direct Property Offer

Call (202) 946-6108 or complete the online property form to discuss your property. Submit the address and basic property information to begin a confidential acquisition review, with no obligation to accept any offer we present.

Disclosure

We Really Buy Properties operates as a subsidiary of Orivant Capital Partners. We specialize in real estate investment and direct property acquisition, evaluating and purchasing residential, multifamily, commercial, mixed-use, and self-storage properties from owners.

Please note that we do not act as a licensed real estate brokerage, agent, attorney, accountant, lender, or financial advisor, except where explicitly stated in writing. All offers extended by We Really Buy Properties are contingent upon property review, due diligence, title verification, inspection, underwriting, and the negotiation of mutually agreeable purchase terms.

Submitting property details through our website does not establish a contractual obligation, create an agency relationship, or guarantee that an offer will be extended. We strongly encourage property owners to seek guidance from qualified legal, tax, financial, and real estate professionals prior to entering into any transaction.

All property transactions are subject to applicable federal, state, and local laws. The information provided on this website is intended for general informational purposes only and should not be interpreted as legal, tax, investment, or financial advice.